During the day, have some fun at the local Penny Arcade, one of the nation’s best collection of pinball machines, video games (retro and new), coin-operated rides, Skee-Ball, and antique arcade games. Cool down with some ice cream and stroll the unique shops of Manitou. Along the way, you can experience the fizzy flavors of the naturally occurring mineral springs.

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Start your day with a hike up the Manitou Incline, or through the Garden of the Gods. Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Paul Intemann Nature Trail, Waldo Canyon, and The Broadmoor Seven Falls are within minutes of our bed and breakfast. We have trail maps available and can provide advice on what to expect on the nearby trails. You can find a list of all local hikes HERE.

The Pike National Forest offers 1,106,604 acres of natural beauty and adventure. Hike, bike, or Jeep and witness spectacular sites and wildlife along the way. Access to Rampart Reservoir, Catamount Falls Trail, and Mount Herman Trail is within an hour west of the Avenue Hotel.

The Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is the area’s top attraction. Currently, the Cog and the Pikes Peak Summit House are both undergoing major renovations. We look forward to the grand reopening in 2021.

Plan your vacation and Colorado adventures with one of our local activity outfitters. Run, jump, and soar through the air on a mountain zipline. Take a Jeep tour up the rugged terrain of Pikes Peak, or segway through the scenic views of the Garden of the Gods.

Experience an unforgettable sunrise from the great heights of a hot air balloon. Go on a guided fishing expedition, or raft the Royal Gorge. Get the thrill of a lifetime on the Terror-dactyl ride at the Cave of the Wind.

“What a pleasure it was staying in your beautiful bed and breakfast. We came up to celebrate our marriage and have some quiet time after all the hustle and bustle of wedding day. Driving into Manitou and finding the inviting Victorian home was calming. We had never been to a B&B before, so we weren’t quite sure what to expect. The outcome was great.” – Tracy and Nick